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This is the third / fourth level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role job classification. This specific Distribution Design position is responsible for supporting multiple divisions of the Department of Transportation (DOT) for relocation projects in the Central Zone Asset Design Organization. Engineering Technologist III/ Senior Engineering Technologist should be able to provide technical expertise to solve more complex problems and leadership skills to provide oversight and direction of work in a specific area of expertise, with limited supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with a high degree of independence.

- Works effectively and remains focused on operational excellence in times of ambiguity.
- Provides deep technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems in area of expertise.
- Actively seeks and shares information and perspectives with others to create mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities.
- Independently prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches.
- Conducts engineering and related studies.
- Incumbents are expected to engage in frequent working group phone calls and face-to-face meetings to coordinate and implement changes.
- Strives to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance.
- Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Maintains accurate records and files.
- Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
- Provides storm support as needed.

Required/Basic Qualifications

Engineering Technologist lll

- Associates degree in Engineering Technology
- In addition to required degree, 5 years related work experience
- In lieu of Associates degree(s) AND 5 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 9 year(s) related work experience

Sr Engineering Technologist

- Associates degree in Engineering Technology
- In addition to required degree, 8 years related work experience
- In lieu of Associates degree(s) AND 8 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 12 year(s) related work experience

Desired Qualifications

- Bachelors degree in Engineering Technology
- In addition to desired degree, 3 years related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build cooperative working relationships across multiple levels of the organization and across departmental boundaries
- Broad knowledge of distribution systems, standards & equipment, and associated safety policies, practices, and procedures
- Effective problem solving and analytical skills
- Knowledge of Environmental and Health & Safety (i.e. Environmental Checklists)
- Experience in the utility industry.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Able to effectively apply basic principles of project management.

Working Conditions

- Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility.

Specific Requirements

- Minimum of either 3+ years experience and Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 5+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (or equivalent), or 9+ years equivalent experience without a degree.
- Valid Drivers' License

Travel Requirements
5-15%

### Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
No

### Represented/Union Position
No

### Visa Sponsored Position
No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

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Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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